Membership & Fees

Hart House Chess Club

HHCC Membership

This year, 2023-2024, the Hart House Chess Club membership is FREE for all undergraduates and graduates of UofT. Students must register with the Hart House Hub (front-desk) or through their online portal to become a member. A separate non-student HHCC membership can be purchased for alumni and all other members of the community (special prices for those under 29 or over 65) at the Hart House Hub or online. 2023-2024 Memberships are valid from May 1st, 2023 to April 30th, 2024. 

Perks of Being a Hart House Chess Club Member in 2022/2023

  • Playing facilities at Hart House
  • Discounted or free entry to our Simultaneous Chess Exhibitions. In a simul, a chess master plays several opponents at the same time
  • The opportunity, for students who are eligible, to qualify to compete on our Hart House Team at The Canadian University Chess Championship and The Pan American Intercollegiate Team Chess Championship
  • Borrowing privileges of the Club’s excellent library of chess literature
  • Access and lending privileges to the Club’s equipment – chess clocks, boards and sets
  • Free food – Pizza during pizza parties, donuts at select events
  • Free entry to weekly chess lessons for novice and intermediate skill level players taught by the Club’s coaches
  • Discounted or free entry to lectures by top Canadian and international chess professionals hosted by the Club
  • Discounted or free entry in Hart House Chess Club rapid and blitz tournaments with prizes
  • Opportunity to represent the Club at Greater Toronto Chess League events 
Hart House Chess Club Membership Fees for 2023-2024
Student/Hart House StaffGeneral PublicUnder 29/Over 65
Annual Registration FeeFree$225$165
Fall Registration FeeFree$85$60
Winter Registration FeeFree$85$60
Spring/Summer Registration FeeFree$85$60
Casual Play (4pm – 11pm Fridays)FreeFreeFree